Comprehensive modules covering all aspects of sport event management: Sport Event Sponsorship, Broadcast and Communications for Sporting Events, Sport Event Health and Safety Management, Budgeting for Sporting Events among many other essential modules. In addition, Public Relations and Setting up a Consultancy Modules are included in this course.

Interactive course expert support, adviceand guidance from leading industry professionals. Always ready to help and answer any questions you might have throughout the course, all of Fitzwilliam Institute’s course experts are top industry professionals with many years of successful experience. Upon completion of this online postgraduate diploma in sport event management course all of our students are industry-ready.

Real life sport event management briefs. Our Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Event Management empowers participants with practical and specific skills that can be applied in real world situations. You will gain exposure to invaluable toolkits and prepare real life briefs, enabling you to develop your work portfolio. The course project is aimed at providing you with the confidence and ability to take on and create sport event management strategies and proposals for any organisation.

Flexible online learning. Fitzwilliam Institute’s Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Event Management course can be completed in your own time, from the comfort of your own home, to suit your lifestyle. You will have full access to online resources and subject expert support for two calendar years. However, you can complete the course in as little as 1 year, by dedicating 6-8 hours of study per week.

Sport Event Management Jobs, Networking and Volunteer Opportunities. Benefiting from many years of industry experience, we are extremely well placed within the industry. Employers are always looking for Fitzwilliam Institute’s students and alumni. Our website features a comprehensive jobs and volunteer opportunities section.

Is the Event Feasible? Physical Resources required and available for the Sports Event; Considering the local community and infrastructure to stage the event; Timing of Sports Events; Competitor Analysis; Budget Categories - Operational; Venue; Promotion; Talent/Athletes; Identify Cost and Revenue Streams;

Types of Exhibits and Goal for Each type; Sourcing Exhibiting Companies; Resourcing the Exhibition; Determine the Design and Layout of Booth Based on Market Dynamics; Floor Location; and Pricing Strategy;

Determine Conference Goals and Objectives; Managing Speaker Requirements; Choosing Conference Sites and Locations; Working to a Budget with a Goal to Earn a Profit; Developing Marketing Strategies for Your Target Group; Creating a Feedback Form to Evaluate the Effectiveness of the Event;

Event Sponsorship

Determining Potential Sponsorship Market based on the Event Type; Time; Location; Assessing Selling Points of the Event; Determining Sponsorship Fulfilment Responsibilities; Research and Set Sponsorship Pricing based on Market Factors and Event Exposure;

Commercial Implications of the Internet; Social Interaction with the Internet; Web 2.0 and its Implications; Internet Convergence; the Network Effect; Internet Information Exchange; Internet Audience Size and Exposure; Internet Culture and Communication; Transparency and the Internet;

Criteria for eligibility must be met in full prior to commencing the programme. For successful enrollment on the Postgraduate Diploma course, the minimum entry requirement is a prior Degree level qualification.

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Postgraduate level qualification that is certified and awarded by the ICM (Institute of Commercial Management).

The Institute of Commercial Management was founded in 1979 and is one of the leading Professional Examination and Certification Bodies in the world today. Fitzwilliam Institute have developed and provided practical skills training courses in liaison with the Institute of Commercial Management qualifications and certifications framework for over 25 years. The Institute of Commercial Management certifications and continual professional development training awards are recognised by leading industries, bodies and professions.

next start date: 24th May 2019

Duration: You will have full access to online resources and subject expert support for two calendar years. However, you can complete the course in as little as 1 year, by dedicating 6-8 hours of study per week.

Course Fees: 1995.00 EUR

To secure your place on the course the full fee is required. All fees must be paid in full before the course begins. Please note, the full course fees are inclusive of all course materials and certification costs.

Enrolment intake is strictly limited on this course. Early application is advised. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.

Fitzwilliam Institute closes on Bank Holidays and for a number of days at Christmas and New Year. Fitzwilliam Institute reserves the right to postpone, cancel or alter courses without notice or to change any of the details in this brochure. Fees are not refundable unless the course is cancelled by Fitzwilliam Institute. Distance Learning courses are provided by Fitzwilliam Institute BGLS Ltd.

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